Financial Analyst

3 weeks ago


Hatfield, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Ocado Logistics Full time

Ocado Logistics is committed to equality and diversity, ensuring that all prospective employees are treated fairly and without discrimination based on various factors including gender, ethnicity, age, or disability.

About Us

At Ocado Logistics, we are revolutionizing the retail landscape through cutting-edge technology, including cloud computing, robotics, artificial intelligence, and the Internet of Things. Our innovative Ocado Smart Platform (OSP) enables us to provide exceptional services to our partner clients worldwide, powering our highly automated Customer Fulfilment Centres (CFCs). Within these centres, we operate a premier online grocery service that automates the selection of products for efficient delivery.

About the Role

We are currently seeking a Finance Analyst with outstanding Business Partnering capabilities to enhance our Commercial Technology Finance Team. This role involves supporting the management and strategic planning of software and hardware initiatives within Ocado Technology, focusing on delivering insightful analysis and reporting. The position comprises 30% reporting, budgeting, and forecasting, and 70% Business Partnering, investment evaluation, and ad hoc analysis.
You will collaborate with senior stakeholders across various functions, providing you with opportunities to advance your career within Ocado. Reporting directly to the Technology Finance Business Partner, you will be part of a six-member team within a larger Group Finance division, while enjoying the flexibility of a hybrid working arrangement.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct analysis to develop and maintain cost models aligned with operational and business metrics.
  • Own and refine the forecasting model for cloud-related expenses.
  • Assist Ocado Technology in comprehending the primary drivers of cloud costs across different formats.
  • Oversee the planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes, identifying risks and opportunities in your areas of responsibility.
  • Prepare and present management information, insights, and ad hoc analyses to support performance monitoring, cost management, and decision-making, ensuring timeliness and relevance.
  • Review capital expenditure approval requests, ensuring adherence to proper processes and preparing relevant models to guide decisions.
  • Identify and propose enhancements to business processes and financial controls to improve efficiency and ensure accurate cost recording.
  • Communicate management information effectively to a diverse range of stakeholders within Ocado Technology and Finance.
  • Ensure compliance with financial standards and controls within the business areas.

About You

  • Qualified CIMA / ACA / ACCA accountant or equivalent.
  • Proven experience in reporting, period management, analysis, and commentary.
  • Strong background in budgeting and forecasting.
  • Demonstrated experience in business partnering within a matrix organization.
  • Advanced proficiency in Excel; familiarity with Oracle is a plus.
  • Collaborative mindset with a genuine passion for value addition and continuous improvement.

What We Offer

We prioritize the well-being of our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package that reflects our commitment to supporting our team. Our benefits include:
- A flexible policy allowing 30 days of remote work annually.
- Wellbeing support through dedicated applications and an Employee Assistance Programme.
- 25 days of annual leave, increasing to 27 days after five years of service (with optional holiday purchase).
- A pension scheme with various options, including employer contribution matching up to 7%.
- Generous Private Medical Insurance from the first month of employment.
- Income Protection and Life Assurance benefits.
- Paid maternity and paternity leave after meeting service requirements.
- Interest-free train ticket loans and a Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Free shuttle services to and from nearby train stations.
- Opportunities to participate in share schemes and discounts on services.


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